Even if as has a weasel escape clause it is very, very bad PR to do this to a frequent flyer.

This is not a good way to treat good customers...

"the passenger will not be eligible for compensation if the flight on which he/she holds confirmed reserved space is unable to accommodate him/her because of government requisition of space"

You should recommend to your friend that he write a letter to customer relations and ask for a free bump ticket, be sure and mention past loyalties to AS and future intentions to travel AS.

They really have no choice but to take care of your friend and resolve this.

Good Luck!

[This message has been edited by Radiocycle (edited 12-24-2002).]